Eleanor Carter, 76

February 16, 1948 – January 15, 2025

Mrs. Eleanor Ann Dunn Carter, 76, transitioned on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at her residence in Holly Springs, MS.



Eleanor Ann Dunn Carter was born on February 16, 1948, to the late James Dunn and Mary Colvin Dunn in Bronx, NY.  On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, she transitioned at her residence in Holly Springs, MS.  She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.

Eleanor was a preschool teacher who enjoyed sewing, teaching, quilting, crafting, taking care of family and being around her family and friends.

Eleanor leaves to cherish her loving memories: sons: Jack Carter (Teresa), Thomas Carter, both of Holly Springs, MS, Jerome Carter of Valdosa, GA; one brother: Raymond Dunn (Diane) of GA; sister: Theresa Southwick (Steve) of TX; six grandchildren: Denise Carter (Kala) of Holly Springs, MS, Charles C.J. Carter (Madison) of Pearl, MS; Landon Carter of Byhalia, MS, Cecilia Carter of Union, MS, Alyssa Weaver of Enville, TN, Tori Carter of Lamar, MS;  a host of  nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Eleanor was preceded in death by her loving parents: James and Mary Colvin Dunn; husband: Charles Skip Carter; six brothers: Charles Dunn, James Dunn, William Dunn, Edward Dunn, Robert Dunn, and Joseph Dunn; two sisters: Mary Dunn, her twin, Patricia Montez.

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 20, 2025, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Serenity Funeral Home Chapel, 140 N. Memphis St., Holly Springs, MS  38635.

Arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home of Holly  Springs, MS.

Please follow the funeral home link above for further information, or to send online condolences or memorial gifts.

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